In this episode of Miles Beyond the Page, Michelle chats with Lyndsey Lewellen, author of The Chaos Grid duology—a gripping YA dystopian series set in a futuristic Texas landscape pulsing with danger, heart, and a rebellious spirit.
Lyndsey shares how her love of comic books, punk music, and sci-fi shaped her writing style and fueled the bold, high-stakes storytelling in her novels. We explore the power of “what if” in dystopian fiction, the risks her characters take to stand up for what matters, and how growing up surrounded by creativity and chaos (yes, including peacocks!) influences every word she writes.
When she’s not writing or conquering her massive TBR pile, Lyndsey is designing gorgeous book covers and custom-painting shoes—because, of course, her creativity knows no bounds.
If you love fierce YA heroes, dystopian drama, and a dash of punk-rock heart, you won’t want to miss this episode.
ABOUT LYNDSEY:
Lyndsey Lewellen is the author of The Chaos Grid duology, a YA dystopian series set in futuristic Texas. Growing up on a healthy dose of comic books, punk music, and sci-fi, she infuses all three loves into novels written for young adults. Inside her “what if” worlds, her characters take risks, grow, and fight for what matters. When she’s not writing or whittling down her endless TBR, she designs novel covers and paints on shoes. She lives on a small Texas farm with her best friend/husband, five children, and what some might call a zoo of animals (especially after meeting the peacocks).
WHERE TO FIND LYNDSEY:
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